Blossom Hill Fellowship Program

Contact:

• Phone: +203.912.9155
• Email: fellowship@blossomhill-foundation.org

Program Overview

The Blossom Hill Fellowship Program funds sustainable programs, products, or projects in various disciplines including education, science, technology, art and others to respond to humanitarian needs. Fellowships are renewable yearly for long-term programming.

Focus Areas

Fellows work across multiple disciplines:

• Child Development
• Education
• Science & Technology (STEM)
• Art & Therapy (puppetry, art therapy)
• Sports & Music Programs
• Vocational Training
• Entrepreneurship Programs
• Healthcare

Geographic Scope

Beneficiaries: Children and youth ages 0-24 affected by conflict and war in the Middle East, or war refugee populations in other countries.

Program Locations: Middle East and countries hosting Middle Eastern refugees (e.g., Turkey, Greece, Afghanistan, Lebanon, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan)

Eligibility Requirements

Project Beneficiaries:

• Project must positively impact children and youth (ages 0-24) affected by conflict and war in the Middle East
• Can be implemented in the Middle East or in any country where war refugee populations have needs

Applicant Experience:

• Applicants should have significant experience and close ties with the community and culture their idea is designed to serve

Language Proficiency:

• Applicants must possess language skills necessary for successful implementation of their proposed initiative

Fiscal Sponsorship:

• Applicants must have a partner NGO registered as a U.S. 501(c)(3) charitable organization to serve as a fiscal sponsor

Impact

Last year alone, Blossom Hill's work benefited over 6,000 children worldwide. Programs include:

• Montessori-inspired childhood centers
• STEM education across refugee camps
• Art and puppetry therapy for trauma recovery
• Sports and music programs for social integration
• Vocational and entrepreneurship training for youth

Application Process

Deadlines:

• New Fellows: Friday, March 31, 2027
• Renewal Applications: Tuesday, April 14, 2027 (typically 2-3 weeks after new fellow deadline)

Application Method:

• Online application available on the Blossom Hill Foundation website
• Click "Apply Now" link on the Fellowship Application page

Required Information:

1. Project description and objectives
2. Beneficiary population details (ages, affected by conflict/war, location)
3. Applicant background and experience
4. Community ties and cultural knowledge
5. Language proficiency statement
6. Partner NGO information (U.S. 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor)
7. Budget and funding request (up to $50,000)
8. Implementation timeline
9. Expected outcomes and impact metrics

Application Format:

• Thoughtful and innovative written proposals
• Must demonstrate how the initiative will ensure children affected by conflict in the Middle East thrive

Note: The foundation encourages applicants to submit detailed, well-considered applications that articulate their vision for sustainable impact.